SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2122T

MIDLGB2122T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2122T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2122T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code22T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPortishead Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

MIDL Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
22T Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which bank is behind BIC MIDLGB2122T?

MIDLGB2122T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Portishead Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2122T mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 22T identifies the branch Portishead Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2122T with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2122T with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2122T?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2122T points to Portishead Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2122T.

Do I need MIDLGB2122T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2122T.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.